Virginia - November Events

• November 10 -- Gray Ghost's Gala Release Party
  Wine Education: Celebrate the release of the Gray Ghost's exquisite Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from the amazing 2009 vintage! This is the only time Gray Ghost opens the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon! The evening's festivities include live music by the Seth Kibel Jazz Trio (winner of over 20 WAMMIES), open wine bar and buffet dinner. Advance ticket purchase required. 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville, VA
  Fee: $125.00 Time: 7:30 to 10:30 pm Phone Number: 540-937-4869

• November 17 -- Civil War Authors Day at Gray Ghost
  Renowned authors will be in attendance signing and selling books, as well as sharing brief vignettes in the Ranger Room. Authors accept cash or check for books. 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville, VA
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Phone Number: 540-937-4869

• November 23 -- Holiday Kick-off at Gray Ghost
  Celebration: Kick off the holiday shopping season in style at Gray Ghost Vineyards! Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and browse new gifts for the holidays! Live music by Valerie Von Fange: 3:30 - 5:30 pm Extended hours to accommodate your schedule and to entertain out-of-town guests! 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville, VA
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Phone Number: 540-937-4869

Ongoing Events

• Ongoing -- Heart of Virginia Wine Trail Passport
  Wine Education: Passport tickets are a great way to experience the Heart of Virginia Wine Country. Includes tastings at all four wineries, a souvenir wine glass and a chance to win a special prize for completing the trail. Complete the trail anytime the wineries are open for business.
  Fee: $10 Time: Call for information Phone Number: (804) 550.7516

• Every Friday Night -- Wine Tasting at The Wine Cellar
  Wine Education: Each week we explore five different wines. We also offer samples of one or more of our artisan cheeses and/or gourmet crackers and spreads. 2017 Walmart Drive, Midlothian VA
  Fee: Free Time: 5pm - 8pm Phone Number: 804-378-0165

• First Friday of Every Month -- Leesburg's First Friday: Walk, Shop & Dine
  Celebration, Exhibition: Make a date with Downtown! Over 45 specialty shops, art galleries, antique shops and restaurants are open late, many offering free refreshments and/or special sales. Leesburg VA
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 777.7838

• TBA -- Civil War Authors Day at Gray Ghost
  Reception: Help us mark the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War! Renowned Civil War Authors are in attendance to share their knowledge and works of all things Civil War. Authors will be available to sign and sell books, as well as share brief vignettes throughout the day in the Ranger Room. Gray Ghost Vineyards, 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville VA
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 540-937-4869

• TBA -- Shenandoah Uncorked Wine Fest
  Celebration: Family friendly event with live music, kids activities, wine tasting, local farm produce and specialty products, craft vendors and more. Yellow Barn at Shenandoah Caverns, 470 Caverns Road, Exit 269 off I-81, Shenandoah Caverns VA
  Fee: Call for information Time: Call for information Phone Number: 540-383-2050

• TBA -- Heart of Virginia Wineries Harvest Wine Trail
  Wine Education: Tour Central Virginia's Premier Wineries: Cooper Vineyards, Grayhaven Winery, James River Cellars Winery and Lake Anna Winery! You will get a souvenir wineglass, tasting at the four Heart of Virginia Wineries and a chance to win amazing prizes upon completing the trail. During this weekend you will get to graze on munchies at each winery, visit with craft vendors, check out special promotions and possibly squeeze in a Barrel Tasting or two. Please note that Heart of Virginia Wine Trail can be completed anytime during normal hours of operation.
  Fee: $10 Time: Normal business hours Phone Number: (540) 895.5085

• TBA -- Holiday Kick-off at Gray Ghost
  Holiday, Celebration: Kick off the holiday shopping season in style at Gray Ghost Vineyards! Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and browse new gifts for the holidays. Live music by Valerie VonFange from 3:30pm-5:30pm. Extended hours to accommodate your schedule and to entertain out-of-town guests. 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville VA
  Fee: Call for information Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 540-937-4869

• TBA -- Gala Release Party at Gray Ghost
  Wine Education: This candlelit, black-tie optional evening features the release of the Gold medal winning 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon! Live music by renowned Seth Kibel Jazz Trio, surf and turf buffet dinner catered by The Apple House and an open wine bar of all your Gray Ghost favorites. Call for tickets! Gray Ghost Vineyards, 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville VA
  Fee: $125, all inclusive Time: 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Phone Number: 540-937-4869

• TBA -- Hartwood Winery's Fall Celebration
  Celebration: Tomahawk Mill Winery joins Hartwood with wine tastings, music and light hors d'oeuvres. Hartwood Winery, 345 Hartwood Road, Fredericksburg VA
  Fee: $15/Children Free Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 540-752-4893

• TBA -- Horton Vineyards Fall Barrel Tasting
  Wine Education: Taste '10 and '11 wines from the barrel and enjoy the fall colors of beautiful Orange County. Horton Vineyards, 6399 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville VA
  Fee: $10 incl glass Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: 540-832-7440

• TBA -- Thanksgiving Open House at Burnley Vineyards
  Celebration: Tasting new releases including Cabernet Sauvignon and Hot Mulled Wine (Spicy Rivanna). Items to nibble will be available. 4500 Winery Lane, Barboursville VA
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 540-832-2828

• TBA -- Urbanna Oyster Festival
  Celebration: Join us for the Urbanna Oyster Festival and enjoy food, arts & crafts, Fireman's parade, Oyster Festival parade, waterfront educational activities, entertainment, and much more. Urbanna VA
  Fee: Free/$10 Wine Tasting/Parking Fees $10 Fri/$20 Sat Time: Fri 10 a.m.-Midnight/Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 804-758-0368

• TBA -- Fall Barrel Tasting at Ingleside
  Celebration: What a way to spend a beautiful fall day! ­­The leaves are falling and winter is coming so come warm up with premium wine direct from the barrels and see how our wines are maturing. Includes tasting & Ingleside wine glass. Live music and light fare. Stock up on your favorite wines for the holiday season ahead! Reservations recommended. 5872 Leedstown Road, Oak Grove VA
  Fee: $20 Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 804-224-8687

• TBA -- Sugarleaf Vineyards Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Cuvee Tasting
  Celebration: Join us as we celebrate Thanksgiving and offer a very special tasting of our Cuvee Neubia. Enjoy one of the rare moments when we offer this wine for tasting. Come in and taste this incredible 100% estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon that has been patiently aging in ultra premium oak barrels for over 18 months. Sugarleaf Vineyards, 3613 Walnut Branch Lane, North Garden VA
  Fee: $10 Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 434-984-4272

• TBA -- Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili & Craft Festival
  Festival: Enjoy a full-day event featuring chili tasting, musical entertainment craft vendors, awards and a beautiful lakeside setting. Come by car or come by boat, there's plenty of free parking. Bridgewater Plaza at Hales Ford Bridge, Lower Level, Moneta VA
  Fee: $5/Kids Free Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 540-721-1203

• TBA -- Horton Vineyards Thanksgiving Open House
  Celebration: Join us for hot soup and Horton Norton Chili. Browse for gifts for the wine lover. Take a stroll through the vineyard and walk off some of that Thanksgiving feast. Stock up on wine for the Holiday season with special discounts on our award-winning wines. 6399 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville VA
  Fee: $10 incl glass Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: 540-832-7440

• TBA -- Holiday Open House at Barboursville
  Holiday: Celebrate the holidays with us. Taste our award-winning wines by the fireplace. Special samplings from Palladio Restaurant will be available. No reservations required. 17655 Winery Road, Barboursville, VA 22923
  Fee: Free Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 540-832-7848

• TBA -- Thanksgiving for the Harvest at Peaks of Otter Winery
  Celebration: The sweetest cider, the most succulent apples, the jars of preserves, jams and jellies, the warmth of wine and conversation are here to share. Also, picnic and visit The National D-Day Memorial, Bedford Museum and Poplar Forest. 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford VA
  Fee: Free Time: 12pm-5pm Phone Number: 540-586-3707

• TBA -- Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival
  Festival: Celebrate Jefferson’s passion for wine! The festival will feature Virginia wineries, artisans and local food purveyors, musical entertainment and more. Guided house tours will be available throughout the day at a reduced rate. Tasting tickets include a complimentary wine glass. Rain or shine. 1542 Bateman Bridge Road, Forest VA
  Fee: $20/$25 At the Door Time: 11am-5pm Phone Number: 434-534-8120